October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, but at ELAP we work with survivors every single day, year-round. Staff attorneys in ELAP’s Domestic Violence Prevention work with hundreds of survivors in King County every year to provide critical legal advice, secure protection orders, help parents navigate
New tenant protections took effect in the city of Kirkland on Sept. 17, 2022. Read details on the city’s website about how this may protect you as a renter in Kirkland. What you need to know about your rights as a renter: Landlords must provide
Written by Rebecca Schumacher, ELAP intern It’s surprisingly expensive to change your name. Although costs vary by county, filing fees and administrative costs often total several hundred dollars. These costs can create a barrier to justice for survivors of domestic violence and LGBTQ2S+ individuals who
We recently welcomed two new staff to the ELAP team. Meet Marlene and Vivian, who both started at ELAP as volunteers! Marlene Dzib (she/her) is ELAP’s new Intake Coordinator. She will manage incoming requests for legal help, screen clients for eligibility, and connect clients to
By Rebecca Schumacher, ELAP intern Many legal aid clients have experienced some form of trauma. Understanding how trauma affects client-attorney interactions will make you a more effective advocate. Trauma-informed lawyering is an individualized practice approach, informed by each client’s unique trauma, aimed to reduce re-traumatization,
ELAP is relaunching its Contract Attorney Network under a new name. Previously known as the “Low Bono Program,” we are renaming the program to reflect the work and attract attorneys to the network. ELAP’s Contract Attorney Network pairs experienced private practice attorneys with clients who
This summer our staff has had the privilege of working with an awesome group of interns. These hard-working individuals have contributed their time to help us provide free civil legal aid in King County. Jenna Lee, University of Washington School of Law – Technology and
Here are some tips for tenants on the legal timeline for eviction in Washington state. Eviction Timeline: Day 1: Rent is due (past due or new), tenant will be offered a proposed repayment plan by landlord. Day 2: Rent is still unpaid and no agreement
ELAP is currently experiencing a very high volume of calls that is affecting our operations. Please be aware that we may be delayed in returning your call. Due to high demand, we prioritize our services based on the highest need. We are receiving twice as
Getting a repair made to your unit can sometimes be troublesome for renters, especially if your landlord is being uncooperative. Here is a step-by-step legal guide for getting repairs completed. Request the repair in writing and then be prepared to wait the amount of time
